The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced today the appointment of the legendary Sachin Tendulkar as the ‘Global Ambassador’ for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. This prestigious tournament is set to commence on Thursday in Ahmedabad, and Sachin Tendulkar, with his illustrious cricketing career, will play a pivotal role in the opening ceremony.
Sachin Tendulkar, a cricketing icon renowned for his record six appearances in 50-over World Cups, will have the honor of presenting the World Cup trophy before the inaugural match between England and New Zealand, officially declaring the tournament open. In response to this accolade, Tendulkar expressed his excitement, stating, “World Cups have always held a special place in my heart, from being a ball boy in 1987 to representing the country in six editions. Winning the World Cup in 2011 is the proudest moment of my cricketing journey.”
As a cricketing legend, Tendulkar’s involvement is anticipated to elevate the World Cup experience for fans and players alike. He shared his aspiration that this edition would inspire young talents to embrace sports and represent their countries at the highest level.
The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 will witness the participation of an illustrious group of ICC ambassadors, including cricketing luminaries such as Vivian Richards, AB de Villiers, Eoin Morgan, Aaron Finch, Muttiah Muralitharan, Ross Taylor, Suresh Raina, Mithali Raj, and Mohammad Hafeez.
Claire Furlong, ICC General Manager of Marketing & Communications, expressed her excitement, stating, “It’s a real honor to have Sachin as our Global Ambassador as we celebrate the one-day game and get set for what we know is going to be the biggest Men’s Cricket World Cup ever. He is joined by nine fellow legends of the game who will bring the fans closer to the action, and we can’t wait for it all to begin.”
With Sachin Tendulkar at the helm as the Global Ambassador, the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 promises to be a memorable and thrilling sporting event for cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
